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Red Sox Make Surprising Roster Move to Create Room for Garrett Cooper

A flurry of roster moves are ongoing with the Red Sox this week, spurred by injuries, a rehab assignment, and the general evolution of the roster.

We can start with what’s already happened: Over the weekend, the Red Sox acquired first baseman Garrett Cooper from the Cubs for cash.

The Chicago Cubs have traded Garrett Cooper to the Boston Red Sox per sources.

— Craig Mish (@CraigMish) April 27, 2024

Since Cooper had recently been designated for assignment and the Red Sox have a huge need at first base with Triston Casas out, it was an easy move to make.